Cross section space shielding in double heterogeneous HTGR systems

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Collision probability methods using rational approximations for space shielding of cross sections in nuclear reactor codes allowing for one level of heterogeneity are first reviewed. A Dancoff factor for a cylindrical HTGR fuel pin with grain structure is then derived. A new simple method for cross section space shielding in a doubly heterogeneous HTGR system using collision probabilities and rational approximations is subsequently presented and calculations based on it are compared with calculations based on more elaborate methods. 39 references. (auth)

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Collision probability methods using rational approximations for space shielding of cross sections in nuclear reactor codes allowing for one level of heterogeneity are first reviewed. A Dancoff factor for a cylindrical HTGR fuel pin with grain structure is then derived. A new simple method for cross section space shielding in a doubly heterogeneous HTGR system using collision probabilities and rational approximations is subsequently presented and calculations based on it are compared with calculations based on more elaborate methods. 39 references. (auth)

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